I See the Aura of the Great Emperor in All My Disciples
Chapter 1820: The Familiar Voice Reappears

Chapter 1820: Chapter 1820: The Familiar Voice Reappears

Under the arena, almost all the challengers had been defeated by Xu Yeming.

The Xu Family direct lineage beneath the stage looked up at "Xu Luo" standing on the arena, as if gazing upon a deity.

They acknowledged "Xu Luo’s" talent, since he was the heir personally chosen by the Xu Family.

While the heir might not yet be the strongest among the younger generation in terms of his current realm, his temperament and talent unquestionably placed him at the top.

But even so, they hadn’t expected him to be this powerful!

With the Sixth Level of Thunder Tribulation as his realm, he had forcefully overwhelmed late-stage Monarch God Realm cultivators.

And they weren’t ordinary late-stage Monarch God Realm cultivators either.

Young heirs of top aristocratic families—could any of them be ordinary?

The next battle.

Did not see the same sort of situation as with Xu Rulin emerge.

Perhaps, having seen Xu Rulin’s use of Nine Yin Cold Qi, the others were now afraid to employ it.

After all.

Xu Rulin had already declared that his cultivation technique was obtained from the ruins.

No way all the rebels originated from the same ruins as Xu Rulin, right?

That would reveal too many holes.

At the very least, they had some sense.

But for Xu Yeming, locking onto Xu Rulin and the Second Elder had already proven to be a significant gain.

Sooner or later, by tracing the connections between Xu Rulin and the Second Elder, some secrets would inevitably come to light.

However.

The most urgent matter now wasn’t that.

Everyone, including the elders, fixated their burning gazes on "Xu Luo," their eyes filled with greed, as if staring at an immense treasure trove.

The moment Xu Yeming revealed the Eight Desolate Ruins, he had already anticipated this outcome.

Using the Eight Desolate Ruins in front of so many people, Xu Yeming had prepared himself to be targeted.

The Second Elder looked at "Xu Luo" and remarked, "Such a heaven-defying cultivation technique—can other members of the Xu Family cultivate it?"

When the Second Elder asked, he didn’t even bother seeking Xu Yeming’s permission on whether it could be passed on to the Xu Family or shared with other members.

Instead, he adopted the stance of an absolute superior and directly questioned if others in the family could cultivate it.

This essentially disregarded whether Xu Yeming was willing to give up the Eight Desolate Ruins.

The others also turned their gazes to "Xu Luo."

Waiting for his response.

After all, even among family, one wouldn’t hesitate to resort to any means for their own interests.

Xu Yeming’s lips curled slightly, as he replied, "This cultivation technique can be practiced by anyone."

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder’s expression lit up with joy, silently praising this boy for his sensibility. Without delay, he extended his hand and said, "Then Xu Luo, duplicate this cultivation technique for us. With this, our Xu Family’s strength will reach new heights, and you will be recognized as a great contributor to the family.

Surely, when the time comes, the head of the family will heavily reward you."

The others frowned slightly.

A cultivation technique of this caliber—was "Xu Luo" seriously going to hand it over so easily?

At the very least, he ought to make some demands!

Just as the words fell.

Xu Yeming chuckled, spread his hands, and said, "But, there is one prerequisite for cultivating this technique."

The Second Elder’s expression froze; his outstretched hand slowly retracted, his face growing darker as he withdrew.

"This cultivation technique requires a special physique. It was bestowed upon me by a predecessor during the inheritance process within the ruins, who modified me to possess this physique," Xu Yeming lied without blinking, his gaze steady and showing no unease. With some gravity, he added, "Without this physique, given our Xu Family’s inherent bloodline, it would be impossible to absorb the Beast Race bloodline."

"Elder, you must understand—bloodline fusion is taboo. Without special methods, it’s utterly unachievable, correct?"

What is the highest form of deception?

No more than mixing truth with lies.

However, the Second Elder was clearly not someone easily fooled. He immediately responded coldly, "If that’s the case, we’ll leave the decision to the head of the family."

With that, he turned and left directly.

With a cultivation technique like this, Xu Cang Yuan simply couldn’t remain indifferent.

Even if special methods were required to cultivate it.

Xu Yeming swept his gaze over the arena’s dispersing direct lineage members.

Then returned to Xu Chen’s side.

Xu Chen asked, "What’s next?"

Xu Yeming shrugged, "You pick—will you be keeping an eye on the Second Elder or Xu Rulin?"

Xu Chen’s brow twitched as he replied grimly, "Monitoring a powerhouse like the Second Elder—how do you intend to do that?"

Xu Yeming said, "Fine, then I’ll keep an eye on the Second Elder."

As he spoke, he handed Xu Chen a talisman.

Seeing Xu Chen’s perplexed expression, Xu Yeming explained, "A small item—using this, you can conceal all qi and presence for the time it takes two incense sticks to burn."

Two incense sticks?!

Xu Chen’s eyes widened.

"What level of cultivator’s surveillance can it endure?"

"Below Boundary God Realm, likely." Xu Yeming waved his hand dismissively, leaving Xu Chen standing stunned in the wind as he returned to "Xu Luo’s" quarters.

He’d at least wait for nightfall before acting, wouldn’t he?

...

Night fell.

Xu Yeming donned a black cloak, gripped the jade pendant that concealed qi, affixed the talismans to himself, and consumed a medicinal pill.

He followed the map toward the Second Elder’s residence.

The revelation of the Eight Desolate Ruins.

Was not merely for the purpose of concealing the Classic of Mountains and Seas or the Beast Taming Technique.

It was also intended to provoke these rebels into greed.

The rebels, upon learning of such techniques, would most likely make moves.

This could be seen clearly from the greed displayed by Xu Rulin and the Second Elder.

That meant the chances of them acting in the coming days were high.

The Xu Family’s internal defenses were still very strict.

Though there weren’t guards stationed every ten steps, the various surveilling formations essentially covered the entire Xu Family compound.

He arrived at the Second Elder’s residence without incident.

The exterior appeared simple, but inside, it was opulent.

Arrays and the building’s materials were all top-tier, greatly aiding cultivation.

Currently.

The Second Elder was seated cross-legged in the courtyard, cultivating.

Xu Yeming concealed himself amidst dense foliage.

A full hour passed.

The Second Elder finally restrained his qi, opened his eyes, rose to his feet, glanced around, then retrieved four scrolls.

He unfurled all four scrolls simultaneously.

One was an array for monitoring the surrounding qi.

The other three were shielding arrays.

High-level ones.

Xu Yeming’s eyes narrowed slightly.

It seemed like something was about to happen.

Soon, the Second Elder carefully inspected his surroundings again. After confirming everything was in order, he infused qi into a Four-sided Prism.

The mirror surface rippled like Mirror Flower Water Moon, spreading waves outward.

At the center was a void of darkness.

An ancient voice emerged from within.

"According to our agreement, you shouldn’t have contacted me until ten days later."

Upon hearing that voice.

Xu Yeming’s pupils contracted sharply.

This voice—Xu Yeming was far too familiar with it.

It was the same one that had previously spoken to the Purple Fire Tributor in the Lake Heart Courtyard!

The Second Elder’s voice interrupted Xu Yeming’s thoughts.

"Senior, today I witnessed an extremely heaven-defying cultivation technique on Xu Luo’s body..." The Second Elder recounted the day’s events.

Soon, a grave voice came from within the prism.

"This technique is not a legacy from ruins; it originates from the Cangxuan Guardian Beast, Xuan Master—its name is Eight Desolate Ruins..."